Following the 2025 replace of the Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX ABS and Versys 1100SE LT ABS, the new-for-2026 Kawasaki Z1100 SE ABS offers a unadorned possibility for this inline-4 platform and is the largest-displacement Z mannequin up to now. Out there solely within the up-spec SE model within the U.S., the Z1100 consists of premium parts and a full suite of digital rider aids. Along with information in regards to the new Z1100 SE ABS, Kawasaki has introduced colours and pricing for 32 returning bikes.
2026 Kawasaki Z1100 SE ABS
The liquid-cooled engine powering the Z1100 SE ABS was up to date in 2025 to be used within the Ninja 1100SX ABS and Versys 1100 SE LT ABS, with a bump in displacement from 1,043cc to 1,099cc, a bore and stroke of 77.0 x 59.0mm, and taller fifth and sixth gears. The Z1100 contains a 4-2-1 exhaust system, and the slip/help clutch permits for easy shifting.
The bike is provided with the Kawasaki Cornering Administration Perform, which oversees the Kawasaki TRaction Management and Kawasaki Clever anti-lock Brake System to handle traction and help nook braking. The traction management system provides three selectable modes, with the choice to show the system off. The bike additionally consists of 4 journey modes: Sport, Highway, Rain, and customizable Rider mode, which alter traction management and energy mode settings and may be switched on the fly by way of a button on the left change. Different electronics embrace cruise management and an up/down quickshifter.
The Z1100 SE ABS rides on an aluminum twin-tube body that makes use of the engine as a pressured member. As an “SE” model, this bike consists of premium suspension and brake parts, together with a completely adjustable Showa Separate Perform Fork-Massive Piston, which separates preload adjustment (left tube) from damping (proper tube), with adjusters on high of the tubes. Within the rear is an Öhlins S46 shock with rebound and distant preload adjustment. Brembo brakes embrace twin M4.32 entrance calipers biting 310mm discs and metal braided brake strains. Dunlop Sportmax Q5A tires are wrapped round 17-inch six-spoke wheels.
The 5-inch TFT show options two show modes, one in all which has a bar-style tach and one with a hexagonal tach with lean-angle indicator or navigation within the heart. Smartphone connectivity is powered by Rideology the App and permits for calls, message notifications, checking battery ranges, and using voice instructions. By way of the app, riders can entry automobile data, journey logs with GPS route monitoring and efficiency information, and the choice to regulate normal settings and pre-select journey modes.
The 2026 Kawasaki Z1100 SE ABS is accessible now in Metallic Matte Graphensteel Grey / Metallic Matte Carbon Grey with an MSRP of $14,999.
Returning 2026 Kawasaki Bikes Colours and Costs
Kawasaki has additionally introduced fashions that may return unchanged for 2026, together with coloration choices and costs for the brand new mannequin yr.
The KLR650 lineup consists of 5 fashions. The KLR650 Journey ABS is the one possibility accessible in Metallic Matte Darkish Inexperienced or Cypher Camo Beige / Metallic Matte Carbon Grey, with MSRP of $8,199-$8,299. The opposite fashions can be found in Pearl Photo voltaic Yellow or Metallic Spark Black and embrace the KLR650 ($6,999), KLR650 ABS ($7,299), KLR650 S ($6,999), and KLR650 S ABS ($7,299). The ‘S’ variations are fitted with lowered entrance and rear suspension for a shorter attain to the bottom.
The KLX230 lineup consists of three fashions. The KLX230SM ABS is accessible in Neon Inexperienced / Ebony for $5,799. The KLS230 S ($5,199) and KLX230 S ABS ($5,499) are each accessible in Lime Inexperienced / Shiny White.
The Z500 bare bikes embrace the Z500 ABS in Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Grey / Metallic Flat Spark Black for $5,999 and the Z500 SE ABS in Pearl Blizzard White / Ebony for $6,399.
The Z900 lineup consists of the Z900 ABS in Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Grey / Metallic Flat Spark Black or Pearl Blizzard White / Ebony with MSRP beginning at $9,999, in addition to the Z900 SE ABS in Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Grey / Metallic Matte Carbon Grey with an MSRP of $11,999.
The mini Z125 Professional might be accessible in Pearl Robotic White, Metallic Yellowish Inexperienced, or Cypher Camo Beige beginning at $3,799.
The Z H2 SE ABS hypernaked might be accessible in Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Grey / Metallic Matte Carbon Grey for $21,999.
The Ninja H2 SX SE ABS might be accessible in Metallic Sensible Golden Black / Metallic Diablo Black for $29,999.
The game-touring Ninja 1100SX ABS will are available in a Metallic Sensible Golden Black / Metallic Carbon Grey for $13,999, and the SE model will are available in Metallic Deep Blue / Metallic Diablo Black with an MSRP of $15,799.
The Z650RS ABS retro bike might be accessible in Ebony for $8,999.
The retro-classic W230 ABS might be accessible in Metallic Matte Darkish Inexperienced for $5,699, and the W800 ABS will are available in Pearl Crystal White for $10,699.
The Vulcan cruiser lineup returns with the Vulcan S (Metallic Flat Spark Black, $7,649), the Vulcan S ABS (Metallic Graphite Grey / Metallic Spark Black, $8,149), the Vulcan S Cafe ABS (Sweet Plasma Blue / Metallic Ocean Blue, $8,749), the Vulcan 900 Basic (Metallic Ocean Blue/Pearl Stardust White, $9,599), the Vulcan 900 Basic LT (Metallic Graphite Grey / Metallic Spark Black, $10,599), the Vulcan 900 Customized (Metallic Spark Black, $9,999), and the Vulcan 1700 Vaquero ABS (Metallic Sensible Golden Black, $19,999).
The Eliminator cruiser lineup consists of the usual Eliminator ($6,499) and Eliminator ABS ($6,799), each accessible in Metallic Flat Spark Black or City Metropolis White, in addition to the Eliminator SE ABS in Metallic Imperial Crimson / Ebony for $7,099.
The journey-touring lineup consists of the Versys-X 300 ABS (Metallic Phantom Silver / Metallic Flat Spark Black, $5,799) and the Versys 650 LT ABS (Metallic Deep Blue / Metallic Spark Black, $10,399).
Go to the Kawasaki web site for extra data.
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